New on the I <3 Retail calendar this week, a three-day Lisette “L” Pant event at C.T. Weekends {Raleigh} in Cameron Village! I love the colors in the event invitation (pictured above), but the “no button, no zipper” concept is something I haven’t ventured into often outside of yoga pants. So, I just might have […]

Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique {Cary | online} is turning 4 this month! Stop by to wish Alison, Tiki the store cat, and the rest of the Cute Buttons family a very happy birthday on Saturday, September 8. Tiki cordially invites you to their birthday party with proceeds for the day going to the SPCA […]

I’m excited to share some pretty fashionable news from one of our very own, I <3 Retail’s calendar editor, Erica! fashionSPARK’s has announced its 2012 fashion show and jewelrySPARK jewelry trunk show, both taking place during SPARKcon, Raleigh’sgrassroots “creative potluck” convention featuring creative themes such as art, music, film, fashion and technology. fashionSPARK {Raleigh} is […]

While most may think of working on a garden in the spring, the fall can be a great time for planting or backyard pick-me-ups, too! Sale ends next Friday, August 31. Fairview Garden Center {Raleigh} is located at 8224 Holly Springs Road – convenient to Cary, Holly Springs, and Apex, too! Visit them online at […]

Looking for a few fun retail outings? Joint Venture Jewelry {Cary} and Peachy Keen {Cary} have you covered this Friday and on Wednesday, August 29th! On Friday, join in the Cary jewelry store’s 14th anniversary celebrations while enjoying free gifts, cocktails, and 12% off – a few of my favorite things 🙂 While you’re there, […]

Calling all North Raleigh shoppers and deal hunters from all over town… here’s another great sale happening that you don’t want to miss, this one at Clothes Hound {Raleigh | online}. Go visit Bryce and the girls to stock up on some fab things at great prices. Check out their Facebook page for sneak peeks […]

It’s one of the most popular shopping weekends that doesn’t take place during the winter holiday season… it’s the Cameron Village {Raleigh} summer sidewalk sale weekend! The girls and I always have a blast grabbing brunch/lunch/cocktails and shopping this event. Have fun, y’all! We’ll be sure to post specials from specific Cameron Village retailers as […]

The girls at Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique {Cary | online} and The Purple Polka Dot {Cary} are celebrating summer by moving their merchandise outside tomorrow (Saturday) for an Ashworth Village summer sidewalk sale event! The event starts at 10:00 am and lasts until 4:00pm. Enjoy the sunshine, summer, and savings!

Cameron Village {Raleigh} has just launched a new too cute blog, CV-Confidential.com and are having a surprise sale tomorrow to celebrate. Here’s a look at the new blog: There’s also a $100 giveaway on the blog when you sign up to receive blog updates via email (for those who want more than the occasional CV […]

Why hello Thursday – welcome back into my life! I’ve missed you dearly… It always hurts my fashionable heart just a little to hear people say “there’s nothing to do in town this weekend”. They’re sorely mistaken… and obviously just don’t know where to look! Here’s a hint: There are lots of options beginning tonight […]